Family Engagement Specialist
- LocationMiddlebury, VT
- Work typeNot stated
- Salary22 to 26 USD an hour
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted28 October 2026
- SourceEaster Seals's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen 3 days ago; still listed on Easter Seals's careers page 1 h ago.
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- EducationBachelor's degree (preferred)
- Skills and toolsDriver's license
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Job Description:
We are looking for a Family Engagement Specialist to join our team! Our work is challenging, but we strive to create strong teams and love to learn and laugh together! As a Family Engagement Specialist, you will be responsible for facilitating family meetings and providing in-home support to strengthen families in their homes. You will coach parents to have safe and nurturing time with their children who are placed in DCF custody, and support them to meet the needs of their children in the moment. You will also call extended family members to explore familial support and create genograms. While we work closely with Department of Children and Families - Family Services Division, we have our own separate and comfortable offices!
We are searching for candidates who understand the complex issues facing families including past trauma, substance use disorders, domestic violence, mental health issues and generational poverty. Extensive training and supervision are provided.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
- Two years of human services experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check are required,
- Your own reliable vehicle with insurance that meets our coverage limits is required.
Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday. We are hoping for flexibility to support parents’ individual schedules. We support a healthy work/life balance in this job.
Compensation: $22.00 - $25.75 hourly, dependent upon experience and education.
What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
- PTO begins accruing on your first day!
- Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
- 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
- Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
- Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation
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